Fleetwood Flair 33B6 vs Jayco Alante 29S
2027 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both 2027 Class A motorhomes run the Ford F-53 chassis with the 7.3L V8 (335 HP). The Fleetwood Flair 33B6 is 34.58 ft with bunkhouse, dual slides, 22,000 lb GVWR, king bed, theater seating, residential fridge, 5,500W generator with prep, 2,000W inverter, 50-amp service, solar prep. 2027 decor refresh. Sleeps 6. MSRP $183,760.
The 2027 Jayco Alante 29S is 31.33 ft on the same Ford F-53 chassis. Single slide, mixed bed, 18,000 lb GVWR (4,000 lb lighter), 7,000W generator (27% larger), 200W solar, 1,200W inverter, JRide handling, frameless windows, smart power management, theater seating, residential fridge, 72-gal fresh, 56-gal LP, optional overhead bunk. Sleeps 5. MSRP $190,343, $6,583 over the Flair.
For families needing bunkhouse capacity in a 2027 Class A with dual slides at the lower price, the Flair 33B6 is the unique answer. For couples wanting bigger generator, factory solar, JRide handling, and lighter GVWR for easier driving, the Alante 29S earns the premium.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Flair 33B6 | Jayco Alante 29S | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $183,760 | $190,343 |
| Length | 34'7" | 31'4" |
| Dry weight | — | — |
| GVWR | 22,000 lbs | 18,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 5 |
| Slides | 2 | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 50 gal | 72 gal |
| Grey tank | 37 gal | 49 gal |
| Black tank | 37 gal | 50 gal |
| LP | 14 gal | 56 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | 2000W | 1200W |
| Generator | 5500W | 7000W |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | mixed |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Fleetwood Flair 33B6 wins
- Bunkhouse layout sleeps 6 in dedicated space
- Dual slides expand interior considerably
- 22,000 lb GVWR with 2,000W inverter
- King bed plus 50-amp service
- $6,583 cheaper at $183,760 MSRP
Where Jayco Alante 29S wins
- 7,000W generator (27% over Flair's 5,500W)
- 200W solar standard (Flair has prep only)
- JRide chassis tuning + frameless windows
- 18,000 lb GVWR is more manageable
- 72 gal fresh tank vs Flair's 50 gal
Pick the Fleetwood Flair 33B6 if…
Pick the 2027 Fleetwood Flair 33B6 if you need a Class A bunkhouse with dual slides on the Ford F-53 platform. The bunkhouse plan is unique in this comparison, the dual slides substantially expand the lounge floor, and the king bed plus 2,000W inverter deliver real full-time comfort. Best fit: a family of 5-6 who needs the bunkhouse for kid sleeping, values the dual slide expansion and 22,000 lb GVWR cargo headroom, and prefers the lower sticker despite the smaller generator.
Pick the Jayco Alante 29S if…
Pick the 2027 Jayco Alante 29S if you want the easier-driving 18,000 lb GVWR chassis with JRide handling, 7,000W generator, 200W factory solar, and frameless windows. The Alante is more nimble in mountain passes and parking lots, the Onan generator handles all residential loads, and the 72-gal fresh tank stretches dry-camp time. Best fit: a couple or couple-plus-guest who doesn't need bunkhouse capacity, values the JRide tuning and bigger electrical, and prefers easier driving on the lighter chassis.
Frequently asked
Same chassis and engine in 2027?
Yes, both 2027 Class A motorhomes use the Ford F-53 chassis with the 7.3L V8 (335 HP). They differ in GVWR (22,000 vs 18,000 lb), generator wattage, and chassis tuning.
Which sleeps more people?
The Flair 33B6 sleeps 6 with bunkhouse. The Alante 29S sleeps 5 with optional overhead bunk.
What's the inverter difference?
The Flair 33B6 has a 2,000W inverter; the Alante 29S has 1,200W. The Flair's larger inverter handles more residential loads on battery.